Brisbane

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Brisbane is the capital of Queensland, Australia's Sunshine State, and is the Gateway to the international attractions of the Gold and Sunshine Coasts.

Brisbane is Australia's third largest city after Sydney and Melbourne, and is well equipped to provide for all shipping requirements.

Blessed with sunny days and plenty of action, Brisbane is one of the fastest growing capital cities in the world but its uncomplicated, laidback and fun-loving. We love the great outdoors! If you’re sitting inside, you’re doing it wrong. Brisbane’s year-round subtropical setting is best enjoyed with the grass beneath your feet and the sun on your back.

Brisbane comes alive each day as the subtropical setting calls people from their beds year round to wake up and smell the coffee, soak up the sunshine and drink in the view of the winding Brisbane River.

What are Brisbane's strengths as a cruise destination?

There are two cruise ship wharves for Brisbane, with differing facilities. Portside Wharf was completed in 2006 and is an international standard facility for cruise liners, offering restaurants, coffee shops, and more. However, due to the height and length restrictions of the Gateway Bridge, the larger ocean going cruise liners must dock further down the river at the more industrial standard Multi User Terminal at the Port of Brisbane. The Multi User Terminal is managed by the Port of Brisbane Pty Ltd.

Brisbane is only one day's sailing north of Sydney, giving your passengers more time ashore to discover the wonders of Australia.

Dining

Brisbane has several well-known dining districts open for both lunch and dinner. World-class restaurants and brasseries are located in the small funky villages, waiting to be discovered.

Best Beaches

Some of the worlds best beaches are at the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast.

Golf Courses

From Brisbane, cruise passengers can access a number of international standard golf courses, including some designed by top golfers such as Greg Norman, Jack Nicklaus and Peter Thomson. Golf tours are also available.

Tennis Courts

There are numerous tennis clubs within 30 minutes of the port.

Best shopping

The stores cater for all needs from clothes and jewellery (especially opals) to Australian souvenirs;

There are numerous art galleries in the city and New Farm area and uniquely Brisbane designers in the various villages of Paddington, Fortitude Valley, James Street and the iconic Brisbane Arcade.

Working hours

Customs Officers

24 hours

Quarantine Officials

24 hours

Immigration Officials

As for Customs

Customs and immigration

Passenger Manifest

Three copies at the first port of call with one copy to Immigration with the passengers card one copy to Customs and the third copy to remain on board the ship.

Embarking Passenger Manifest

3 copies - 1 to Customs 1 to Port 1 stays

Crew Manifest

2 - 1 at first port to Immigration 2nd stays.

Stores List

2 (Aust. Customs Service and Sydney Ports Corporation)

Customs Declaration(Ship)

1 (Australian Customs Service)

Customs Declaration(Crew)

2 (Australian Customs Service)

Forms Comments

All forms listed above are produced at the first Australian port of call and then one copy of each form travels on board the ship to be produced at subsequent ports.

Customs Declaration(Passengers)

One at first Australian port of call only.

Port health

Health Declaration

One (pratique) at first Australian port of call only

The following Ground Handlers are ACA members and supply superior ground handling services throughout Australia.